Must-see restaurants in Europe

  • Obauer

    Salzburg & Salzburgerland

    The Obauers run the show at this highly regarded, ingredient-focused restaurant. Sit in the rustic-chic restaurant or out in the garden, where most of the…

  • Le Namasté

    Valais

    Its name means ‘Welcome’ in Hindi and it's always packed. Jean-Louis – a metal sculptor who creates fantastical beasts from old tools – and his wife…

  • Rakas

    Rovaniemi

    The home kitchen of UK chef Jonathan Guppy, Rakas is one of Lapland's most exciting places to eat. The seasonal menu could include reindeer served with…

  • Noble

    Belfast

    You'll need to book ahead to secure a table at this tiny restaurant that serves exceptional food. The menu of modern Irish dishes is nothing revolutionary…

  • Paris House

    Oxford & the Cotswolds

    On the Woburn Estate, Paris House is a handsome, black-and-white, half-timbered structure to which the 9th duke of Bedford took a shine while visiting the…

  • To Steki

    Cyclades

    Regular taverna fare is taken to the next level at this attractive place tucked beside St Spyridon's Church, with terrace seating overlooking the valley…

  • Shorehouse Seafood Restaurant

    North & West Coast

    By the ferry pier for Handa Island Nature Reserve, Shorehouse is a restaurant and cafe in a lovely setting, looking across the sound to the sandy beach on…

  • Simply Delicious

    Palma de Mallorca

    Seek out this corner cafe which has a comforting boho feel and a menu that concentrates on heart-warming dishes like shakshuka (poached eggs in a rich…

  • Le Mazet du Vaccarès

    Camargue

    Shuddering along the low ribbed road past flamingos and Camargue ponies is totally worth it for the seafood at this legendary lakeside cabin. Memorabilia…

  • Fleur de Sel

    Côte d'Azur

    Young couple Audrey and Thomas have built up a following with fresh, local produce treated in modern Provençal style. The bistro is housed in the town's…

  • Oburus Momus

    Kaş

    Tucked away from the centre, this terrific vegetarian/vegan restaurant serves up fine international (Indian curries, falafel, pad thai, vegan desserts)…

  • On the Hill

    Snowdonia & the Llŷn

    The low ceilings and exposed beams of this 16th-century house near the square make a memorable setting for sophisticated country cooking. Meaty plates…

  • Pita tis Kikitsas

    Zagorohoria

    The plateia of Monodendri may be the geographic centre of pita excellence in Greece. This wood-panelled restaurant serves a big slab of seasonal pie –…

  • Skipass Hotel Restaurant

    The Julian Alps

    Easily the most upscale dining option in town. The geometric timber feature above the bar creates a fresh first impression and the menu follows its lead…

  • El Granaino

    Alicante Province

    Across the river from the centre, El Granaino, with its bar lined with people scarfing down a quick, quality lunch, is worth the 10-minute walk. Top…

  • Romnesa Ignalina

    Lithuania

    On the western outskirts of Ignalina, Romnesa really delivers when it comes to creative Lithuanian cuisine. The Old Testament–thick menu features such…

  • Agriturismo Sinis

    Western Sardinia

    Just north of San Salvatore, this working farm has a superb restaurant. The menu varies daily, but the vegetables and fruit are always home-grown and the…

  • Krakas Krog

    Gotland

    The owners of Krakas Krog make a point of sourcing their ingredients from Gotland’s fields, woods and sea, including frogs’ legs direct from the garden…

  • Ristorante Andreina

    Le Marche

    The basilica isn't the only place pilgrims seek out in Loreto: Michelin-starred Ristorante Andreina draws foodies from far and wide for its grilled meats…

  • Coffee Molka

    Chişinău

    The charismatic owner's love of coffee is on display everywhere, from Turkish coffee faithfully prepared according to an ancient style, to shelves of…

  • Gamba

    Glasgow

    This business-district basement is easily missed but is actually one of the city's premier seafood restaurants. Presentation is elegant, with carefully…

  • Bastion

    Kinsale

    Holder of a Michelin Bib Gourmand since 2016, this place offers diners a relaxed and informal entry into the world of haute cuisine. Waitstaff will guide…

  • Table de Pottoka

    Bayonne

    Run by renowned chef Sebastien Gravé (who also runs a place in Paris), this is Bayonne's top spot. It's committed to big Basque flavours, but explores…

  • Denis Martin

    Vevey

    Charismatic and engaging, chef Denis Martin is one of the country’s biggest names in Swiss contemporary cooking and molecular cuisine. His tasting menu –…

  • Lovage

    Northern Malta

    This corner bistro may be surrounded by tourist pubs, but it's a dining standout in the backstreets of Buġibba. The trio of lamb, beef and wild-boar…

  • Broad Chare

    Newcastle-upon-Tyne

    Spiffing English classics and splendid cask ales are served in the dark-wood bar and mezzanine of this perfect gastropub. Starters such as crispy pig ears…

  • Castle Terrace

    Edinburgh

    It was little more than a year after opening in 2010 that Castle Terrace was awarded a Michelin star under chef-patron Dominic Jack (the star was lost in…

  • The Soho

    Sakhalin Island

    Inside a small but fancy mall, this upscale minimalist place is unashamedly aimed at an international crowd, with English-speaking waitresses and an iPad…

  • Zeytinlik

    Kalkan

    This fine British-Turkish restaurant serves some of the most authentic, creative local dishes around; it states 'we don't do fusion food'. You'll find…

  • Ristorante Salegrosso

    Elba

    Those on the hunt for Elba's best fish dish need look no further – the fish stew here is a flavoursome pile of shellfish, tomato and saffron topped by a…

  • Mrizi i Zanave

    Albania

    Set on a sprawling farm in a remote village of the lush Lezhë District, 65km north of Tirana, this restaurant, which is owned by Altin and Anton Prenga,…

  • De Scarpon

    Trieste

    No fuss, no frills, just a large, vintage dining room with tiled floors and walls huge with theatre posters, and an utterly authentic Giulian menu. Fish…

  • Lǎl Girit Mutfağı

    İzmir & the North Aegean

    Owner and chef Emine was taught to cook Girit (Cretan) dishes by her grandmother, and the results are simply inspired. Expect her to emerge from the…

  • Gilles Cafe & Musikk

    Arctic Highway

    This excellent place near the northern end of Sjøgata serves up snacks such as scampi tempura, pizzas and more traditional mains – it does a great fish…

  • Bistrot Gourmand Clovis

    Côte d'Azur

    This bistro in the cobbled heart of Tourrettes is a stunner – for its stylish contemporary decor and its creative cuisine, honoured with a Michelin star…

  • Kalina

    Staré Město

    Setting a trend for taking the best of fresh Czech produce and giving it the French gourmet treatment, this smart but unfailingly friendly little…

  • Casa Puga

    Almería

    For an authentic tapas experience, make a beeline for this long-standing favourite, on the go since 1870. Shelves of ancient wine bottles and walls…

  • La Table des Sépulcrines

    The Ardennes

    A comfortably contemporary bistro-style interior brings a gentle touch of modernism to the frontage of the 17th-century convent complex that also includes…

  • Ocean Wild

    Beara Peninsula

    Opened in 2017 by local sisters Mairead and Eileen (one the chef, the other front of house), Ocean Wild has quickly established a reputation as the Beara…

  • Cybina 13

    Poznań

    Set in the cute little enclave of Śródka, close to the Poznań Gate, this bright, modern restaurant is popular with locals, whether for a romantic dinner…

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